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What are the requirements for applying for a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand, specifically regarding approved courses?

Aug 31, 2025
9 days ago
Áine *********
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Hey everyone

I’m starting my DTV application. And I have a few questions

You must have the soft power activity approved and enrolled in to be able to apply?

Is there a list of pre approved courses to choose from? Or do you just apply to any course you like that’s 6+months and hope it’s accepted?

I saw they allow sports training, cooking classes and music festivals but I’m not sure where I find the courses to apply for (as I’m unsure if they need to be from a preapproved DTV list of courses)

We will be in Phuket ( chalong) so any help or leads would be fantastic
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The user is inquiring about the application process for the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand, specifically concerning the necessity for approved soft power activities and how to find acceptable courses. Comments suggest that various activities like sports training and cooking courses can qualify, provided they are from accredited schools or gyms approved by the DTV program. Recommendations include local gyms such as Phuket King Muay Thai and Phuket Fight Club for sports training, along with guidance on ensuring that the selected courses meet the visa requirements.
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Henrik *****
As long as you don’t know what to do, you don’t need DTV.
Anonymous ******************
I got approved with Phuket King Muay Thai and would highly recommend them! The gym is in Kathu.
Chantelle ******
I haven't seen of anyone that has chosen a different sport than Muay Thai for a soft power DTV but the gyms are supposed to be authenticated through the Sports Authority of Thailand so maybe its worth looking at which sports are considered through them as Thai culture sports. If you find a different sport you are interested in then you need to find a local gum/sports center that offer a course of training, buy said course and then have an invitation/confirmation letter from them and receipt of payment.

Cooking class is the same you need to find a cooking school in Phuket, ask them if they can support a DTV and arrange and pay for a cooking course.

Medical route you need to have appointments arranged prior, supporting evidence like doctors notes etc and reason for why Thailand.

Hope that helps 👍
Sophie **************
Phuket Fight Club in Chalong are able to support DTV applications if you’d like to go the Muay Thai route.
John **********
You find an option you want to apply for, you make sure they are approved for the DTV program, you pay them for a minimum of 6 months (preferably a bit longer), they supply you with paperwork and you use that to justify your application.